She's awesome
Patricia Childress, LCSW
Experienced mental health professional
Provides online counseling through BetterHelp
At a glance
Patricia is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.
- 5.0 stars
- Clients are very satisfied with Patricia. View 3 reviews
- Speaks English
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in Florida
Recent reviews
She is the most empathetic and kind person that I have spoken to for a long time. I really enjoy my conversations with her. She allows me the space to voice out all of my concerns patiently, and when she does speak (after I had gone on and on), she says the most mind blowing revelations about my situation or behaviour and it has me thinking and actually wanting to actively make a change. I am so glad that I choose her (it helped that she is gorgeous as well) and it makes me want to take care of myself and look my best. It has only been 3 sessions with her and already I am much clearer in the head. Grateful to have chosen her!
More about Patricia
- 26 years' experience
- Female
- LCSW
Life does not always go according to plan and it sure can be messy sometimes. It is nice when you can be expressive and heard as you share your messiness. My name is Trish, I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and I am here to support you and encourage you through the 'messy'. I have been in the field for over 25 years guiding, supporting and cheering on clients, couples, and families as they make way for change. My background is serving pediatrics to geriatrics. I have a passion to work with Veterans of all ages as well as first responders and active military. As a mother of 5 children, I have both the professional and personal knowledge of child development, family systems, and the complexity of family dynamics. I have an extensive background in grief work. Keeping in mind, grief is not just a death loss but any significant change in our life that was unexpected, unplanned, or did not go according to plans. Think about those big events in your life (divorce, moves, change in jobs, relationships, etc) how did you feel and react? Each big event that did not turn out the way we hoped may have unresolved feelings attached. Let's dig into those feelings and work through our hurts and disappointments to build a resilient toolbox to help us through future messy times.
My interactive, supportive style of therapy is built into creating a plan of care with solution focused goals in a short term treatment therapy formula to assist in making changes and improvements. Life gets messy, that's for sure. However, when we have the necessary supplies and support during those times, we are better equipped to embrace the big events and things don't feel or look as messy.
Specialties
Relationship issues
Grief
Self esteem
Coping with life changes
Stress
Anxiety
LGBT
Family conflicts
Trauma and abuse
Intimacy-related issues
Sleeping disorders
Parenting issues
Depression
Compassion fatigue
ADHD
Abandonment
Adoption and foster care
Aging and geriatric issues
Attachment issues
Autism and Asperger Syndrome
Avoidant personality
BDSM, kink, and alternative sex culture
Blended family issues
Body image
Cancer
Caregiver issues and stress
Chronic pain, illness, and disability
Co-morbidity
Codependency
Commitment issues
Communication problems
Control issues
Coping with natural or human-caused disaster
Dependent personality
Dissociation
Divorce and separation
Domestic violence
Eating and food-related issues
Emptiness
Family of origin issues
Family problems
Fatherhood issues
Fertility issues
First responder issues
Forgiveness
Gender dysphoria
Guilt and shame
HIV / AIDS
Hoarding
Hospice and end-of-life counseling
Impulsivity
Infidelity
Intellectual disability
Isolation / loneliness
Jealousy
Life purpose
Men's issues
Midlife crisis
Veteran and Armed Forces Issues
Money and financial issues
Mood disorders
Narcissism
Phobias
Polyamory / non-monogamous relationships
Postpartum depression
Post-traumatic stress
Pregnancy and childbirth
Prejudice and discrimination
Process addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)
Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)
Self-love
Sexual assault and abuse
Sexual dysfunction
Sexuality
Social anxiety and phobia
Somatization
Traumatic brain injury
Visually impaired
Women's issues
Workplace issues
Young adult issues
Treatment Approaches
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
- Mindfulness Therapy
- Motivational Interviewing
- Narrative Therapy
- Psychodynamic Therapy
- Solution-Focused Therapy
Licenses
Patricia Childress's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1730714478.
- LCSW · Florida · SW16130 · Expires March 2025
About online counseling
- Affordable.
- Pay a low flat fee.
- Convenient.
- Do it at your own time and at your own pace. Communicate whenever you feel it's needed.
- Available now.
- There is no waiting list and no calls to make. Simply fill out a short questionnaire and send your first message.
Online counseling, also known as teletherapy, is a method of delivering mental health services through digital means such as video conferencing, phone calls, or messaging platforms. It can be an ideal option for individuals who have difficulty accessing traditional therapy due to geographical distance, time constraints, or personal preferences like privacy and comfort. Many people find it easier to open up from the familiarity of their own space.
Teletherapy has been found to be highly effective, with studies showing that it can produce similar outcomes to in-person therapy, particularly for issues like anxiety, depression, and PTSD. The flexibility and accessibility it offers make it a valuable alternative to conventional therapy settings.
Reviews for Patricia Childress
All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.
Overall rating:
She's awesome
She is the most empathetic and kind person that I have spoken to for a long time. I really enjoy my conversations with her. She allows me the space to voice out all of my concerns patiently, and when she does speak (after I had gone on and on), she says the most mind blowing revelations about my situation or behaviour and it has me thinking and actually wanting to actively make a change. I am so glad that I choose her (it helped that she is gorgeous as well) and it makes me want to take care of myself and look my best. It has only been 3 sessions with her and already I am much clearer in the head. Grateful to have chosen her!
Patricia was the type of help and mentor/therapist I needed and didn’t quite know that I needed. She has helped me move through difficulties in my life and always provides such a beneficial perspective and offers feedback that has been very helpful and appreciated.
Frequently asked questions
Does Patricia Childress offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Patricia Childress works with clients by exchanging messages, chatting live, speaking over the phone, or video conferencing based on what works for the client at that particular time.
What language(s) does Patricia Childress speak?
Patricia Childress speaks English.
How many years of experience does Patricia Childress have?
Patricia Childress has 26 years of experience.
Where is Patricia Childress licensed to practice?
Patricia Childress is licensed to practice in Florida.
Does Patricia Childress accept clients outside of the United States?
Yes, Patricia Childress accepts clients outside of the United States.
Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?
Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of BetterHelp experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."
What treatment approaches does Patricia Childress offer?
Patricia Childress offers clients Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Narrative Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy, and Solution-Focused Therapy.
How can I communicate with Patricia Childress?
Patricia Childress can be engaged in any one of four ways: (1) Exchanging messages, (2) chatting live, (3) speaking over the phone, or (4) video conferencing. You can use different ways at different times as you wish, based on your needs, availability, and convenience.
How do I get started with Patricia Childress?
Just tap the CHAT NOW button or tap here: A new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.
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When you tap CHAT NOW a new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.